Job Description

Working Title: Senior Associate General Counsel

Job Class: Staff Attorney 3

Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development

• Job ID : 91438

• Location: St. Paul

• Telework Eligible :Yes,maybeeligible forsometelework

• Full/Part Time :Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary: Limited

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted: 01/16/2026

• Closing Date : 01/29/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Employment and Economic Development / MAPE

• Division/Unit: Commissioner's Office

• Work Shift/Work Hours: DayShift,8:00AM - 4:30PM

• Days of Work: Mondayto Friday

• Travel Required: No

• Salary Range: $42.94 - $63.69 / hourly; $89,658 - $132,984 / annually

• Classified Status : Unclassified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MinnesotaAssociation of Professional Employees/MAPE

• End Date : Up to seven (7) months

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : No

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

We offer a dynamic team-oriented environment where everyone's contribution is key to successful outcomes. You will be part of a strong team dedicated to the Department of Employment and Economic Development's (DEED or Department) mission to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone. If this interests you, we want to hear from you!

The position will be part of the General Counsel's Office team.

Senior Associate General Counsel Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research, writing, and analysis and provide legal advice to the Department on various complex and/or novel topicswithintheDepartment,includingbutnotlimited to,theDepartment'sPaidFamilyandMedicalLeave andBroadband Divisions.

• AssistwiththeDepartment'srulemaking activities.

• AssistwiththeDepartment'scomplexand/orhigh-profiledatapracticesactivitiesincludingprivacyandsecurityincident analysis.

• Providethe Department withlegal expertise to supportthe Department's compliance withstate and federal laws.

• Monitor litigation involving the Department to coordinate litigation-related information and activities.

Writing Sample

Individuals who are selected for interview may be requested to submit a writing sample.

This position is telework ( eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.

This position will be based out of the St. Paul office.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

This is a temporary, unclassified appointment. It is anticipated to last up to seven (7) months.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Three (3) years of legal experience as a practicing attorney which must include conducting legal research, writing, and analysis. Judicial clerkship experience will count towards this criteria.

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school.

• Licensed to practice law in Minnesota and current with continuing legal education requirements.

• Experience providing legal advice to senior management or executives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in one (1) or more of the following areas of law related to the position:

• Rulemaking under the Minnesota Administrative Procedures Act and/or other administrative processes

• Minnesota's Family and Medical Benefit Insurance program

• State and/or federal Broadband laws and regulations

• Employment law

• Government grants/contracts/acquisitions

• Civil litigation

• The Minnesota Government Data Practices Act and/or other privacy laws

• Experience planning and delivering complex legal training to non-legal audiences.

• Experience working with the Minnesota Attorney General's Office and/or State government agencies.

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Criminal Background Check

• Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)

• Employment Reference Check

• Conflict of Interest Review

• Driver's Licenseand RecordsCheck

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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